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August 25, 2026

2. Views on leadership traits and competencies and how they intersect with gender

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2. Views on leadership traits and competencies and how they intersect with gender
Women, Republicans more likely to say men and women have different leadership styles
Many see no gap between male and female political leaders on key leadership qualities; among those who see a difference, women have the edge on most
Democrats more likely than Republicans to see women in politics as stronger than men across a range of key leadership qualities
Americans see assertiveness, ambition as more helpful to men than women seeking higher political office
In business, female leaders seen as more compassionate than men; men more likely to be seen as willing to take risks
Americans ses assertiveness, ambition as more helpful to men than women seeking top executive business positions